Two arrested in Coatesville robbery spree

COATESVILLE — Two men were arrested Thursday in connection to a string of strong-armed robberies that sent two people to the hospital earlier this week.

Zane Robinson and Christopher Howard, both 19, were arraigned on robbery, conspiracy, and related charges in connection to three separate incidents that occurred late Sunday night across the city. Investigators continue to search for two other suspects.

According to the Coatesville Police Department, three people were attacked by a group of four hooded men between 10 and 11 p.m. Sunday. Police said the group first attempted to steal a purse from an elderly woman in the 200 block of East Lincoln Highway, but were unsuccessful.

Later, police said, the same group attacked a man in the 200 block of West Diamond Street. The man was struck in the head and robbed of his wallet containing a driver’s license, credit cards, and $100 in cash. His cell phone and pocket knife were also stolen, police said.

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A short time later, a third victim was attacked after getting off a bus in the 800 block of East Lincoln Highway. Police said the group of men struck the victim in the head, causing a large laceration to his forehead, and stole $20 from him.

The second and third victim were both transported to Brandywine Hospital for treatment.

Robinson and Howard were both transported to Chester County Prison after failing to post $100,000 cash bail. Both are scheduled to appear in district court for a preliminary hearing on Nov. 25.